Careers

ACTFL has an immediate opening for a Staff Accountant. 

Interested applicants should submit a resume and 3 professional references to apply. Please complete the application through ASAE or to jobs@actfl.org

Providing vision, leadership and support for quality teaching and learning of languages, ACTFL is a membership organization serving the career and professional needs of language educators and administrators at all levels of instruction and in all languages, as well as those in government, industry, and the non-profit space.

ACTFL’s work as a trusted, independent center of excellence empowers educators to prepare learners for success in a 21st century global society; helps government agencies build language capacity in the U.S. and abroad; and connects businesses with the resources and relationships they need to succeed.

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The Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting the Finance Manager and Director of Finance in the day-to-day operations of the finance department ensuring that financial operations run smoothly including recording of revenue, expenses, reconciliations, and journal entries. Responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to:

• Manage and process Accounts Receivable (AR) transactions including monitor, journalize, track all bank account activity, and make recommendations for write off
• Monitor policies, procedures, and controls relating to finance roles and function; identify and suggest improvements and efficiencies 
• Prepare month end close schedules
• Reviews, records, and reports financial transactions in accordance to established accounting principles (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles - GAAP), policies, and objectives
• Prepare and maintain monthly general ledger reconciliation
• Respond to vendor and employee inquiries in a timely manner
• Manage bi-monthly timecards for staff in Paycom
• Administrator for ACTFL’s corporate credit card expense system (Expensify)
• Assist Finance Manager with year-end close processes, budgets, audit Prepared by Client (PBC) schedules, annual audit inquiries/requests and financial statements
• Ensure compliance with federal and state reporting requirements
• Maintains knowledge of acceptable accounting practices and procedures
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Associate degree in accounting and five (5) years of relevant work experience; or a bachelor’s degree in accounting, and three (3) years of experience of relevant work experience
• Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Experience with Microsoft 365 and accounting software e.g., Intacct/Sage, Paycom, Bill.com, and Expensify helpful
• Strong analytical, planning, organizational skills, and attention to details
• Nonprofit experience with grant billing preferred

ACTFL offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits packages, which includes:

• Remote and/or hybrid work opportunities
• Generous medical, dental and vision insurance
• Employer-paid life Insurance/AD&D, short and long term disability insurance
• 401K with company match (after six months of employment)
• 12 paid holidays, and a week off between Christmas and New Year's Day
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Commuter Benefits
• Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, Identity Theft and Pet Insurance